Children's Museums

Grissom Air Museum

Name: Grissom Air Museum
Address: 1000 W Hoosier Blvd, Peru, IN 46970, Peru, IN, US
Telephone: (765) 689-8011
Rating: 4.8

★★★★☆ 4.8 (869 reviews)

📍 1000 W Hoosier Blvd, Peru, IN 46970

📞 (765) 689-8011

🌐 www.grissomairmuseum.com

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	10 AM–4 PM
Friday	10 AM–4 PM
Saturday	10 AM–4 PM
Sunday	10 AM–4 PM

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About Grissom Air Museum

Grissom Air Museum is a children's museum in Peru, IN. Home to a rare TB-58A Hustler aircraft, with a new dedicated enclosed exhibit hall under construction to showcase this notable artifact. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 869 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Air Museum
Location: Peru, Indiana
Hours: May-Oct: daily 10am-4pm; Mar/Apr/Nov/Dec: Thu-Sun 10am-4pm
Admission: $10 adults, $8 seniors/kids 6-11, free kids 5 and under
Setting: Outdoor air park

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Home to a rare TB-58A Hustler aircraft, with a new dedicated enclosed exhibit hall under construction to showcase this notable artifact
⭐Offers free admission for active duty military and dependents throughout the entire summer (Memorial Day-Labor Day), plus additional free days on Armed Forces Day, Independence Day, Patriot's Day, and Veterans Day
⭐Features an outdoor Air Park with static aircraft displays where visitors can bring pets to walk among rare and unique aircraft and historical artifacts
⭐Operates as a mostly volunteer-maintained non-profit museum with a 4.8-star rating from 869 reviews, indicating strong community support and visitor satisfaction

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Bring weather-appropriate clothing and gear - the Air Park is entirely outdoor with static aircraft displays. Visitors should prepare for sun, rain, and wind exposure.
💡Plan multiple visits to fully appreciate the collection - reviewers mention discovering something new or forgotten on each return visit, suggesting the exhibits reward repeated exploration.
💬Active duty military and dependents get free admission Memorial Day through Labor Day, while veterans and active duty get free admission on Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Patriot's Day, and Veterans Day.
💡Pets are welcome in the outdoor Air Park area - you can bring your dog along while exploring the aircraft and learning the historical stories.
💡Don't skip the indoor exhibits including the helicopter and F-4 cut-away cockpit demonstration, plus the jet engine cross-section display - these provide valuable hands-on educational context.